Shadow

Player Profile: Shadow (aka SHADOW_XD01)

Meet Shadow, a chess player who darts across the board like a ninja in the night—sometimes leaving opponents wondering if they just got outplayed or out-spooked! Known in the chess realm as SHADOW_XD01, this player’s style is anything but predictable, weaving through openings and quickly diving into endgames with a tactical flair worthy of a thriller novel.

Rating & Record

Shadow’s peak came in May 2025, reaching an impressive bullet rating of 328 and a rapid rating high of 258. Although the bullet games have been somewhat of a rollercoaster, with a max of 328 and a few low dips, Shadow keeps the scoreboard honest with a positive record: 6 wins and 4 losses in bullet, 10 wins, 11 losses, and 2 draws in rapid—because sometimes, you have to lose a battle to win the war.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for never backing down early, Shadow has a moderate early resignation rate of 20%, proving there's more fight in those pawns than meets the eye. The average moves per win hover around 43, while losses drag on just a bit longer, sitting near 57 moves. Shadow shines equally whether playing white or black, with a slight edge when playing the darker pieces.

Psychological resilience is a real asset here — Shadow is a comeback king, boasting a phenomenal 68.75% comeback rate after going down a piece. Beware the tactical trickery; if Shadow’s opponent isn’t careful, victory might just slip through their fingers in the late stages.

Favorite Openings

Opening repertoire? Let’s just say Shadow likes to keep opponents on their toes. In bullet, Mieses Opening, French Defense, and Nimzowitsch Defense have delivered perfect results, while the Van t Kruijs Opening has been a bit of a love-hate relationship. Rapid games tell a similar tale: Shadow’s French Defense is a fortress with a 75% win rate, while the Reti Opening Queens Gambit Invitation is a secret weapon with a 100% success rate in the rare outings.

Notable Matches & Rivalries

Shadow’s recent encounters are a mixed bag of triumphs and defeats, with opponents like cya_nh and michimini6604gmailcom falling victim to Shadow’s time-management wizardry. On the flip side, nastarandl seems to have Shadow’s number, holding a 0% win rate against them, giving Shadow the perfect motivation to study up and strike back.

Fun Facts

• Shadow’s best hour to play? The golden hour: 11 AM, where the win rate soars to 66.67%.
• Longest winning streak is an admirable 4 games, but beware the occasional dreaded 4-game losing streak.
• Shadow loves a good endgame, engaging in them in over 40% of matches.
• Timeout finishes are surprisingly frequent victories—Shadow knows how to push the clock to the wire!

In summary, Shadow is a player whose name alone might send a shiver down your spine, but whose moves are as thoughtful as they are thrilling. Whether it’s bullet or rapid, expect bold plays, surprising comebacks, and a touch of mystery every time you sit across from SHADOW_XD01.